American actor, painter and filmmaker with a 50+ year screen career
Performers including Bret Michaels, the Commodores and Martina McBride have withdrawn from Freedom 250’s planned I Love the 90s shows, citing misleading themes and potential political conflict. Flo Rida remains on the bill as of Friday, with organizers silent on further comment.
Multiple performers have dropped out of a Freedom 250-sponsored 250th birthday concert series, citing political framing. The remaining lineup includes Flo Rida and Vanilla Ice. Trump has floated replacing the concerts with a political rally, while critics warn of partisan leverage behind the celebrations.
A roundup compiles notable birthdays from this week across Independent, AP News and other outlets, highlighting a cast of performers aged from 36 to 82 as of mid-July 2026.
Venice has announced its lineup with new titles and a slate that mirrors Cannes in its mix of international cinema and documentaries. TIFF has revealed more than 60 films for its gala and special presentations, signaling its role as a key market ahead of the fall awards race. The two festivals showcase a mix of traditional studio projects and bold indie filmmaking.
Dolly Parton has died at age 80. The Tennessee-born superstar rose from poverty to become a global icon in music, film and philanthropy. Her career spanned seven decades, marked by hit songs, blockbuster roles, and a lasting legacy in literacy and charity.